Teneesha likes to ask many questions during class time if she does not understand an assignment. Define and explain what is motivating Teneesha to communicate with her instructors

What will be an ideal response?


Teneesha is primarily motivated by functional motives, defined by the desire to learn more about course requirements, needed materials, and the like.

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To Joseph, a "submarine" is a sandwich. To Alfonse, a "submarine" is a submersible ship. The

different meanings Joseph and Alfonse apply to the word "submarine" reflect the fact that words are arbitrary. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of these was the producer who worked on recordings for Johnny Cash, the Dixie Chicks, Kanye West, and Adele?

A. Alan Freed B. Rick Rubin C. George Martin D. Babyface

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During her psychology class, Sarah had trouble understanding the lecturer in the front of the room, as there was a loud noise from the construction site outside. As a result of this, she became agitated

What was Sarah's problem, and what could she have done to overcome it? a) Environmental distraction; she could have requested the lecturer conduct the class at a quieter place b) Speaker's communication style; she could have familiarized herself with the lecturer's speech pattern. c) Emotional distractions; she could have stayed calm. d) Message content; she could have motivated herself to listen more closely.

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